Hills & Nature
Pazhassi Dam & Gardens
An irrigation dam with a garden, boating and a hilltop view, the closest day out from the hotel.
- 18 km from Nesma Palace
- 19 min drive
- Best: October to March
- Ideal for families and anyone wanting a short, easy trip
- Distance from Nesma Palace
- 18 km
- Drive time
- 19 min
- Best time
- October to March
- Time to allow
- 2 to 3 hours
- Category
- Hills & Nature
- Ideal for
- Families and anyone wanting a short, easy trip
About Pazhassi Dam & Gardens
The Pazhassi dam sits on the Valapattanam river near Mattannur, the closest of these attractions to Nesma Palace. Around the reservoir there is a garden, a children's park and boating on the water, and a small hilltop nearby gives a view over the spread of the dam.
It is named after Pazhassi Raja, the Kerala chieftain who fought the British in these hills. For a short, easy outing with family, it is hard to beat on distance alone.
Things to see and do
Boating on the reservoir
Pedal and motor boats run on the water when conditions allow.
Garden and children's park
Lawns, a play area and a relaxed setting make it good for families.
Hilltop view
A short climb nearby opens up a view over the reservoir and hills.
Best time and tips
October to March, and just after the monsoon when the reservoir is full.
- It is the closest attraction to the hotel, good for a half-day.
- Boating timings vary, so check on arrival.
- Carry water, especially in the warmer months.
- Weekends are busier.
Local tip
The closest attraction on this map to Nesma Palace, genuinely doable after a late checkout.
Getting there
The drive from Nesma Palace
Road route and geography © OpenStreetMap contributors
By road from the hotel
18 km · about 19 min
- Time to allow there
- 2 to 3 hours
- Starting point
- Nesma Palace, Mattannur
- Flying in
- Kannur International Airport is 7.8 km from the hotel, about 10 minutes by road
Plan your stay
Stay 19 min away at Nesma Palace
At about 19 minutes from Nesma Palace, this is the easiest outing on the whole list, ideal for a relaxed first evening.
Nesma Palace is a 4-star hotel in Mattannur, 7.8 km from Kannur International Airport, and an easy base for exploring Kannur.
Nearby places to explore
Make a day of it · Full day
Dams, Forests & Hills
The eastern half of the district, and the side of Kannur most visitors never see. Everything here is closer to Nesma Palace than it is to Kannur town.
Nesma Palace, Mattannur
18 km · 19 min drive
Pazhassi Dam & Gardens (you are here)
26.8 km · 28 min drive
Aralam Wildlife Sanctuary15.5 km · 16 min drive
Kottiyoor Temple
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do at Pazhassi Dam?
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Boating on the reservoir, a garden and children's park, and a short climb to a hilltop view. It is an easy family outing.
How far is Pazhassi Dam from Nesma Palace?
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About 19 minutes by road, the closest attraction to the hotel in Mattannur.
Is Pazhassi Dam good for families?
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Yes. With boating, lawns and a play area, and being so close to the hotel, it suits families and a short half-day trip.